Cheonwang Station
천왕
Line 7Residential hubLocal diningSchools & clinicsCommuter routes
Cheonwang Station (천왕역) is a Line 7 station in Guro-gu (구, district or local administrative area), Seoul, near residential streets, schools, clinics, restaurants, cafes, local shops, buses, and commuter routes. Expats use this area for housing searches, commuting, clinics, supermarkets, local meals, school routes, and trips toward Onsu and Gwangmyeong Sageori, Seoul Station, and Gangnam transfer routes . Cheonwang Station works as a practical station for daily life, local errands, and cross-city travel .
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Leaving Cheonwang
Check platform signs for Bupyeong or Jangam direction before boarding.
Arriving in CheonwangExit 1 or 2 for residential areas and shops; Exit 3 for clinics and schools.
Housing searchExit 1 connects to apartment complexes and rental offices on residential streets.
Clinics & healthcareExit 3 provides quick access to local medical clinics and family health services.
Schools nearbyExit 3 leads to primary and secondary schools; useful for family commutes.
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Transit Information
- Primary line
- Seoul Subway Line 7
- Transfers available
- No direct subway transfer inside the station
- Total exits
- 4
- Transit payment
- T-money works on Seoul subway and bus rides
Key Exits
- 1 Exit 1 — Cheonwang residential streets and local services
- 2 Exit 2 — restaurants, shops, cafes, and bus stops
- 3 Exit 3 — clinics, schools, apartments, and daily services
- 4 Exit 4 — Guro-gu neighbourhood routes and commuter streets
Journey Times
- Journey Times Cheonwang Station to Gangnam Station
- approximately 45 minutes
- Cheonwang Station to Seoul Station
- approximately 35 minutes
- Cheonwang Station
- approximately 85 minutes
- Cheonwang Station to Gangnam Station
- approximately 45 minutes
- Exit at Gangnam Station
- approximately 45 minutes
First / Last Trains
First
approximately 5:20 AM
Last
approximately 12:00 AM
Neighbourhood Character
- Cheonwang Station serves a practical residential, school, clinic, restaurant, shopping, bus, and commuter area . The station feels busiest during commute hours, school movement, lunch periods, clinic appointment times, shopping periods, and evening meal times . Nearby streets usually mix homes, offices or schools, clinics, restaurants, cafes, convenience stores, small shops, and bus stops .
- Families, students, office commuters, clinic visitors, teachers, long-term residents, service workers, tourists, and expats may use this area . Many choose Cheonwang for transit access, practical errands, local meals, rent options, and trips toward Onsu and Gwangmyeong Sageori, Seoul Station, and Gangnam transfer routes . Cheonwang Station is served by Line 7 in the Seoul subway network .
- Daily life often needs basic Korean, especially in older shops, clinics, schools, and housing searches . Larger chains, pharmacies, supermarkets, cafes, and transit-linked services can be easier for simple errands . Housing searches still need Korean help for deposits, maintenance fees, building age, road noise, rail noise, and lease terms .
Within Walking Distance
5-minute walk Convenience stores Local restaurants Cafes Bus stops Local shops Street vendors
10-minute walk Pharmacies Schools Medical clinics Street food Banks Apartment complexes
Rent Near This Station
Studio and one-room apartments within a 10-minute walk of Cheonwang Station typically range from approximately 500,000 to 1,050,000 KRW per month.
FAQ
Which exit should I use for apartments, restaurants, clinics, and buses?
Use Exit 1 for residential streets and local services, Exit 2 for restaurants, shops, cafes, and bus stops, and Exit 3 for clinics, schools, apartments, and daily services. Cheonwang Station has 4 mapped guide exits in this draft . Exit 4 leads toward neighbourhood routes and commuter streets .
What is the neighbourhood like around Cheonwang Station?
Cheonwang Station feels practical, local, and commuter-friendly, with homes, clinics, shops, buses, restaurants, cafes, and rail access nearby . The area gets busy during commute, school, clinic, shopping, and dinner periods . It suits residents who want daily services near transit .
How much does it cost to rent an apartment near Cheonwang Station?
Studio and one-room apartments near Cheonwang Station usually range from 500,000 to 1,050,000 KRW per month . Newer units and homes close to exits, schools, parks, main roads, or large commercial streets often cost more . Check deposit size, maintenance fees, road noise, rail noise, and walking route before signing .
How long does it take to get from Cheonwang Station to Gangnam Station?
Cheonwang Station to Gangnam Station takes approximately 45 minutes using Line 7 and transfer routes . The best route depends on train timing, transfer choice, and your final Gangnam exit . Travel time changes with transfer speed, crowding, and walking distance inside stations .
What international food and grocery options are near Cheonwang Station?
Cheonwang has useful local restaurant and grocery access, with broader international options usually found in larger nearby hubs or central districts . Residents can find Korean restaurants, cafes, bakeries, chains, supermarkets, casual dining, and some non-Korean meals nearby . Many expats use online delivery or nearby major districts for broader options .
Is the Cheonwang area good for expat families?
Cheonwang can work for expat families who value transit, clinics, supermarkets, schools, parks, local restaurants, and practical housing . The area may feel less international than Yongsan, Itaewon, Hongdae, or Gangnam . Families should compare school routes, rent, commute length, road noise, and Korean-language support before choosing housing .
What is the social scene like near Cheonwang Station?
Cheonwang Station has cafes, restaurants, gyms, clinics, shops, and casual local meeting places nearby . The social scene depends on nearby universities, offices, parks, or commercial streets . For stronger nightlife, many residents travel to Hongdae, Itaewon, Euljiro, Konkuk University, or Gangnam .
How does Cheonwang Station compare to nearby stations?
Cheonwang Station usually works best for local housing, errands, and daily commuting . Nearby transfer stations may offer more lines, bigger shopping areas, or stronger restaurant density . Compare walking distance, rent, transfers, schools, road noise, and late-night travel before choosing the area .
Businesses Near Cheonwang Station
Cheonwang Station is in Guro-gu, a mixed residential and commercial pocket of Seoul. EEIK's business directory is growing here — expect restaurants, cafes, pharmacies, hotels, and English-friendly services as listings come online.
Adjacent Stations on Line 7
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